Explore Berlin to Helsinki
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Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes of Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland. This multi-day tour is meticulously crafted to offer you an immersive experience of the region's iconic landmarks, from the bustling streets of Berlin to the serene islands of Suomenlinna. With guided tours, leisure time for personal exploration, and comfortable accommodations, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, this tour has something for everyone.
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Includes arrival transfer
BERLIN
: GRAND CITY BERLIN EAST or HOLIDAY INN BERLIN CITY WEST or ANDEL´S HOTEL BERLIN
COPENHAGuE
: SCANDIC SYDHAVNEN or MOXY COPENHAGEN SYDHAVNEN or QUALITY HOTEL GLOBE
FERRI ESTOCOLMO TURKU
: FERRY ESTOCOLMO TURKU or SCANDIC PARK HELSINKI
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
English speaking tour in: BERLIN, COPENHAGEN, STOCKHOLM
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
SACHSENHAUSEN CONCENTRATION CAMP (4hrs)(45 EUR)
In this visit we will know a piece of our contemporary history. It is a concentration camp and not an extermination camp. When it was created in 1936, it became the "university" for SS members who then had to control other fields. In it we will see an example of what the barracks were where the prisoners lived poorly, isolated cells of punishment, the dispensary of death, the use he had during the entire Nazi period and in successive times. - Round-trip bus service from central Berlin.
- Visit and explanations with local guide.. 15 number of people required.
POTSDAM (5 HRS)(50 EUR)
Small capital city of the state of Brandenburg located near Berlin, next to the river Havel, seat of the Conference in which Stalin, Truman and Churchill determine the destinies of humanity, from the end of World War II until the fall of Berlin Wall. It is also famous for its palace of Sanssouci where we will take a walk through the wonderful gardens of the "German Versailles", a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, we will also visit externally the Cecilienhof Palace where the treaties of Potsdam were signed. We will cruise on Lake Wannsee where on January 20, 1942, the Nazi government approved the "final solution" of the Jewish question, crossing the wonderful residential area of Berlin with its old mansions owned by former high officials of the regime, located at along several lakes that lead us to the famous "Bridge of the Spies". NOTE: Excursion only offered from May to September (both included) for boat availability. - Local guide from Berlin.
- Visit to the gardens of Sansucci Palace and the exterior of the Cecilienhof Palace.
- Boat tour with explanations from our local guide.
- Bus services from the center.. 15 number of people required.
CITY HALL AND THE ROYAL WARSHIP VASA (3hrs)(65 EUR)
We will visit the interior of Stockholm City Hall. We will have the chance to visit the rooms where the plenary sessions are held, including the room where they hold the banquet and the ballroom dance after the Nobel prize ceremony. Afterwards, we will visit one of the warships which were retrieved after being 333 years dwelling at the sea bottom and which reminds us of the power the Swedish Empire once had. - Bus service.
- Admission to the City Hall and the Royal Warship Vasa.
- Local guide.. 10 number of people required.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Berlin
- Berlin - Arrival day
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Berlin! Upon your arrival at the airport, our team will escort you to your hotel. Look out for the information boards in the hotel lobby for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Berlin
- Berlin
- Potsdam
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- Tiergarten
- Brandenburg Gate
- Museum Island
- Berlin Wall Memorial
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Berlin with a guided tour. Visit the historic center, the Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, and the city's magnificent parks. Pay your respects at the Holocaust Memorial and explore the Berlin Wall Museum. Optionally, you can also visit the beautiful palaces in the Potsdam area.
Day 3 – Day 3: Berlin to Copenhagen via Rostock
- Berlin
- Copenhagen
- Rostock
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Enjoy some free time in Berlin before we depart for the northern city of Rostock. Here, we board a ferry for a scenic two-hour cruise across the Baltic Sea to Denmark. After disembarking, we continue through picturesque landscapes to reach the charming city of Copenhagen by the end of the day.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Copenhagen
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- Tivoli Gardens
- Christiansborg Palace
- The King's Garden
- Nyhavn
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Begin your day with a guided tour of Copenhagen, the largest city in Scandinavia. Visit the popular Tivoli Gardens, the majestic Christianborg Palace, the vibrant Nyhavn terraces, and the iconic Little Mermaid statue. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the city's many attractions.
Day 5 – Day 5: Copenhagen to Stockholm via Helsingor, Jonkoping, and Vadstena
- Copenhagen
- Mariefred
- Stockholm
- Elsinore
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- Rosenborg Castle
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Depart from Copenhagen and head towards Helsingor, the city of Hamlet, where the magnificent Kronborg Castle stands. Take a short ferry ride to Sweden, and travel through beautiful landscapes to reach Jonkoping, a modern city by a large lake. Visit Vadstena, a picturesque town with a 14th-century castle turned monastery. Continue to Stockholm, arriving at the end of the day.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Stockholm
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- Stockholm City Hall
- The Royal Palace
- Karlaplan
- Parliament House
- Vasa Museum
- Storkyrkan
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Embark on a sightseeing tour of Stockholm, a beautiful city built on 14 islands. Visit the Gamla Stand, the old city quarter, the Nobel Museum, Stortorget square, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Enjoy a stunning view from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the city's museums and parks. Optionally, visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.
Day 7 – Day 7: Leisure Day in Stockholm and Overnight Ferry to Finland
- Stockholm
- Turku
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Enjoy a day of leisure in Stockholm. In the evening, board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to Finland. Your accommodation will be in comfortable double cabins with private bathrooms.
Day 8 – Day 8: Turku to Helsinki via Naantali
- Turku
- Naantali
- Helsinki
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Arrive in Finland and disembark the ferry in Turku, a city with a strong Swedish influence. Continue to the neighboring city of Naantali, known for its picturesque wooden houses by the sea. Arrive in Helsinki around lunchtime and spend the afternoon exploring the city's old market, Russian-influenced buildings, and churches at your leisure.
Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Helsinki and Departure
- Helsinki - Departure day
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Take a boat trip to the Suomenlinna Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its impressive fortress. Spend some time exploring the islands, connected by small pedestrian bridges. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon before your journey comes to an end. Please check your flight time in case you need an additional night's stay.
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